The Brussels Brain Chase: Fame, Fortune, and Footsteps
Welcome to Brussels, where wit is your weapon and €10,000 is on the line. You’ve been selected for a mysterious game show that promises riches, just when your student debts are closing in.
But as the challenges unfold, it becomes clear: this isn’t your average trivia night. To win, you’ll need to walk the city, follow cryptic clues, and uncover the hidden legacies of famous figures who once walked these same streets. Twists await at every corner, and the line between game and reality begins to blur.
Gather your smartest friends or your boldest family members—this is a real-world quest that blends brainpower, bonding, and Brussels. Do you have what it takes to win it all?
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 13 stops · 1 hrs · 3.6 km
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
54-84 mins
You will walk
4730 steps
Total distance
3.6 km
Highlights
Find where van Gogh sold his last painting whilst still living.
See the hotel where Brad Pitt stayed recently and the former prison where Karl Marx was incarcerated.
Step into an emperor’s shoes and walk where Charles V did.
Learn all about rebellions against French emperors and Germans by the hand of the painter of Napoleon or the heroine spy, Gabrielle Petit.
Unveil secrets of the seventh art with the Lumiere brothers
Discover prominent women who scrawled their names into history.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in Brussels
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
11 ratings
Raffaele Costa
Anna Latos
Questin tarantino
Curiositas Mundus
Yoko Herstory
Beat the best: Top Brussels explorers
I'm a tour guide that loves Belgium and the famous people that were here in the history. I also think about accessibility in my games
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Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
